An insight into Isaan Province, Thailand

Known for its idyllic islands in the south and the
hilltribes of the north, Thailand has long been one of south
east Asia’s premier travel destinations. There is however,
more to Thailand than Bangkok, Ko Samui and Chiang Mai as
Intrepid reveals on its new Isaan – the ancient land of
Siam adventure, scheduled for November 2006.

Being in the
north east corner of the country, far from the beach and and
bordering Laos and Cambodia, the Isaan province is rarely on
a traveller’s map. As a result it remains true to many
ancient Thai traditions and customs that have been all but
forgotten in other parts of the country.

Travellers to
Isaan with Intrepid will experience Isaan culture with the
locals, roam the forest trails of Khao Yi National Park in
search of exotic birds and noisy gibbons and explore the
pre-eminent Khmer sandstone sanctuary of Phimai. They will
assist with bathing elephants during our Surin Elephant
Village homestay, relax by the lake in Khon Kaen, discover
the intriguing sculptures of 'Sala Kaew Ku' - a blend of
Buddhist, Hindu and Confucian beliefs - and much more!

In
Isaan English is rarely spoken and infrastructure is at its
most basic. The province therefore offers a rare insight
into the real Thailand and those that travel her path will
enjoy an authentic cultural experience.

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